๐Ÿ“ฎ Kingscote postcode: 5223

Kingscote Median Property Value & Market Data (SA)

Kingscote, South Australiaยท Kangaroo Islandยท 5223
Kingscote has a median property value in line with South Australia averagesUpdated 2 Apr 2026

Price Score

6.0/10

Kingscote has a median property value in line with South Australia averages

Key Facts

Median Price Range
$550kโ€“$800k
Suburb
Kingscote, SA
Key Price Driver
Local amenity and market demand
Climate Risk Impact
Increasingly affects property values โ€” get a report
Postcode
5223
Highest high-risk exposure
16% of land (bushfire)

Median Property Value Analysis

Kingscote in South Australia sits within the broader property market of the region. The median property value provides a benchmark for home buyers evaluating the suburb against neighbouring areas and state averages across South Australia. Understanding where a suburb sits in the price spectrum is a critical first step in property research.

Property values in Kingscote are influenced by factors including location, housing stock diversity, school catchments, transport access, and increasingly climate risk exposure. The median price represents the middle point of all sales โ€” half sold for more, half for less โ€” and is the most commonly cited benchmark in Australian property market reporting. Domain and CoreLogic both publish suburb-level median price data that can be compared across South Australia.

For buyers considering Kingscote, the relationship between property value and climate risk is becoming increasingly important. Properties in areas with lower exposure to flood, bushfire, and extreme heat may hold value better over the long term as climate risk awareness grows among Australian home buyers.

To make an informed property decision in Kingscote, an address-level assessment is essential. Get a complete ClimateNest report for your shortlisted property including climate risk scores, projected insurance costs, and long-term value outlook to complement your market research.

Kingscote (postcode 5223) is tracked in ClimateNest's suburb hazard model, which maps the share of the suburb's land exposed to each hazard at high and moderate levels. The suburb's highest high-risk exposures are bushfire (16% of land in high-risk zones), surface flood (8.6% of land in high-risk zones), extreme wind (5.1% of land in high-risk zones). Exposure is not uniform across Kingscote โ€” individual properties can sit well above or below these averages, so an address-level check is recommended before buying, selling or insuring.

Adaptation & Mitigation Actions

Bushfire Risk Reduction

Immediate

Implement bushfire management strategies, including vegetation clearing, fire breaks, and community education programs.

Est. cost: Medium

Coastal Protection

Near-term

Invest in coastal protection measures, such as seawalls, dune restoration, and managed retreat from vulnerable areas.

Est. cost: High

Flood Mitigation

Near-term

Upgrade drainage infrastructure and implement flood management plans to reduce the risk of flooding from heavy rainfall events.

Est. cost: Medium

Heatwave Preparedness

Immediate

Develop and implement heatwave response plans, including public awareness campaigns, cooling centers, and support for vulnerable populations.

Est. cost: Low

Community Education

Long-term

Raise community awareness about climate change risks and adaptation measures through workshops, information sessions, and online resources.

Est. cost: Low

Council & Emergency Services

Kangaroo Island Council
Emergency Services

Data last updated: 2 April 2026

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the median property value in Kingscote?

The median property value for Kingscote in South Australia provides a market benchmark for home buyers and sellers. For the most current median price data, consult Domain, CoreLogic, or your local real estate agent who can provide suburb-specific sales evidence and recent comparable sales. Property prices in South Australia vary significantly by location, property type, and condition โ€” the median is a starting point, not a valuation.

How do property values in Kingscote compare to South Australia averages?

Kingscote sits within the South Australia property market. Statewide median prices in South Australia range from $550k to $800k depending on property type and location. Consider climate risk alongside price data โ€” ClimateNest provides property-specific risk assessments for addresses across Kingscote.

What factors affect property values in Kingscote?

Property values in Kingscote are driven by location, proximity to schools and transport, housing stock quality and diversity, neighbourhood amenity, market conditions, and increasingly climate risk exposure. Address-level climate risk data from ClimateNest helps buyers make informed decisions.

Does climate risk affect property values in Kingscote?

Yes, climate risk is an increasingly important factor in property values across Australian suburbs, including Kingscote. Properties with verified lower climate risk may attract premium pricing as buyer awareness grows. A ClimateNest report provides address-level climate risk data to inform your property valuation.

What share of Kingscote is exposed to high bushfire risk?

ClimateNest's hazard overlay maps 16% of Kingscote in high-risk zones for bushfire, with a further 77.3% in moderate-risk zones. Suburb-level exposure is not uniform โ€” individual properties can differ from these averages, so an address-level check is recommended.

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What A$69 could save you from

$7.2B
2022 insured disaster losses*
$300B+
climate risk to property by 2050*
30-120%
insurance premium increases in high-risk areas*

*Industry sources: ICA, APRA, RBA

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